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In February, 32 dedicated conservationists from 18 countries will travel to Frankfurt to participate in the #FrankfurtSpringSchool 2025. All share a passion for #wildlife and #biodiversity and will form the #nextgeneration of #conservation project managers.
Through the KfW Stiftung Fellowship, 6 participants from the Global South, including 2 @TheWCS fellows, will participate to develop their conservation projects in their home regions.
Stay tuned for more details!
#FSS2025 #projectmanagement #conservationexperts #natureconservation #education
@FZS_Frankfurt @goetheuni @KfW_FZ_int @WWF_Deutschland @ConservationOrg @KPMG_DE
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Iconic rays face ongoing threats to survive, shows a new study. The research shines a spotlight on the deeply unsustainable trade in manta and mobula gills and meat, at levels that will drive this family to extinction if action isn’t taken urgently. bit.ly/3Zz8bXU
Happy Holidays ! 🎇
As we reflect on the past year, we’re filled with gratitude for the incredible support of our colleagues and partners around the world who share in our mission to protect #wildlife and #wildplaces. 🐾🌿🌍
This season, we wish to celebrate the beauty of our planet and the collective actions we take to safeguard it.
Thank you for being a part of this journey.
Wishing you joy, peace, and a wonderful new year ahead! 🌟
#TogetherForNature #ForOurPlanet #ForPeopleForPlanet @UNBiodiversity @EU_ENV @EU_Health @EU_Partnerships @IPBES
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With the help of the #SWMProgramme, learn how insects are helping to save #lemurs in #Madagascar!🐞🌿
🔗fao.org/newsroom/story/how-i…
@FAOMadagascar @cirad @CIFOR_ICRAF @thewcs @EU_Partnerships @wcsbrussels @PressACP @ffem_Fr @AFD_en @eudeleg_Rome @FAOAfrica @FAOBrussels
Today marks the 2️⃣nd anniversary of the adoption of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework #KMGBF 🎉
Since its adoption in 2022, @TheWCS has worked globally with governments, #localcommunities, #IndigenousPeoples, and other partners to advance biodiversity targets.🌿🐾🌍
Amidst the challenges and opportunities, we remain committed to making good on #biodiversity commitments and #climate goals.
We look forward to strengthening these partnerships and continuing our collective efforts to save #wildlife and #wildplaces.
#EcologicalIntegrity #Conservation #Ecosystem #Sustainability #SDGs #ForOurPlanet
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Registration and poster submissions are now open for the upcoming event, Belgian One Health : Ecosystems in the balance.
This event will take place on 22 and 23 January 2025, in Brussels, Belgium. Join us!
Learn more here-->
biodiversity.be/6059/
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We understand more about sharks and rays than ever before, but they remain among the most threatened vertebrates. Declining fast, says a new @IUCN report. As part of our strategy, @WCSOcean is helping to implement shark management reforms in 10 key geographies across the globe.
BREAKING: The IUCN Species Survival Commission Shark Specialist Group has released a new report on the global conservation status of sharks and their relatives.
portals.iucn.org/library/nod…
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Thrilled that @datamermaid was chosen as a winner of the @AWS_Nonprofits IMAGINE Grant. With less than 15% of the world’s coral reefs monitored, it’s time to close the data gap with responsible AI and machine learning, says WCS’s @emilysdarling. bit.ly/4in4ehq
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New protected area just announced in Argentina that will benefit wildlife and people.
Islas y Canales Verdes del Río Uruguay Natural Park covers nearly 10,000 acres of wetlands, islands, riparian forests, and sandy beaches along the Uruguay River.
➡️ bit.ly/4hZYBWx
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Illegal cattle trafficking is fueling dangerous resurgence of a parasite, New World screwworm.
We’re calling for decisive action by the US and Mexico to stop this illegal ranching and protect livestock, public health, and economies.
Read our statement: bit.ly/3CEPSbV
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Despite a nearly all-male lineup of Heads of State at #COP29 opening, make no mistake—women are driving ambition and #ClimateAction at every level across the 🌍
Delighted to join Ministers & female leaders at #COP29. Thanks to @ABaerbock & @MarinaSilva for bringing us together.
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🟢 LIVE NOW: @PREZODE_Intl GA in Brussels
Research shows the clear value of investing in #pandemicprevention to save lives, protect economies and strengthen community resilience, with co-benefits for #biodiversity, #climate and achieving the #SDGs, says @TheWCS's Lucy Keatts.
🟢 LIVE NOW: @PREZODE_Intl GA in Brussels
Roundtable discussion on how to move from a #pathogen-centric approach to a #risk-centric approach, with:
• Lucy Keatts, @TheWCS
• Pablo Sagredo Martin, @UNEP
• Prof. @JeroenDewulf, University of Ghent
• Dr. Teerasak Chuxnum, Ministry of Public Health, Thailand
#OneHealth #GlobalHealth #covid19 #avianflu #preventionatsource
🟢 LIVE NOW: @PREZODE_Intl GA in Brussels
Research shows the clear value of investing in #pandemicprevention to save lives, protect economies and strengthen community resilience, with co-benefits for #biodiversity, #climate and achieving the #SDGs, says @TheWCS's Lucy Keatts.
🟢 LIVE NOW: @PREZODE_Intl GA in Brussels
@TheWCS's Lucy Keatts highlights the critical need to adopt a risk-based approach to effectively prevent #pandemics.
#OneHealth #GlobalHealth #covid19 #avianflu #pandemicprevention #preventionatsource
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Today is Nature and Biodiversity Day at #COP29 in 🇦🇿 Baku!
#ClimateChange and biodiversity loss are interdependent global challenges.
Check the Conference's programme to learn more about this, indigenous people, gender equality, oceans & coastal zones 👉 cop29.az/en/home
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We strongly support the recommendation to develop a dedicated EU #OneHealth strategy for Europe and beyond, setting out ambitions and actions, supported at political level, and we stand ready to share our scientific expertise for its development. 🌿🌍
@EU_Health @SandraGallina
We welcome the new Scientific Opinion ‘One Health Governance in the European Union’ by the Group of Chief Scientific Advisors.
It offers key recommendations for the effective implementation of #OneHealth approach in the EU, says WCS's @sslieberman.
▶️ bit.ly/3YVtaUp
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We welcome the new Scientific Opinion ‘One Health Governance in the European Union’ by the Group of Chief Scientific Advisors.
It offers key recommendations for the effective implementation of #OneHealth approach in the EU, says WCS's @sslieberman.
▶️ bit.ly/3YVtaUp
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UPDATE: Avian flu outbreak killed more than 17,000 elephant seals, a new study says. 97% of pups.
“It will take decades before the numbers are back to the 2022 population size,” says co-author Valeria Falabella of @wcsargentina.
➡️ bit.ly/3CiZAki
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#ClimateChange and biodiversity loss are interdependent global challenges.
That is why #COP16Colombia parties agreed to enhance policy coherence and ambitious action for both still this decade 👉 europa.eu/!DGc3Jj
Climate Change #COP29 starts today.
Let's make it count!
